With this economy and the challenges that many people are facing, I am very excited to share a new book from Chicken Soup for the Soul with you. If you have ever read any books from Chicken Soup for the Soul, then you know how wonderfully inspiring these books can be. And if you haven’t had the chance to read one yet, this is a great one to start with.
Tough Times, Tough People reminds us that tough times won’t last, but tough people will.
Tough People is all about overcoming adversity, pulling together, making do with less, facing challenges, and finding new joys in a simpler life. This new collection shares tales of people who have been laid off, lost their homes, and endured wrenching life changes, but discovered the underlying gifts in their new situations.
Although many of these stories are tear jerkers, they are also real stories of how real people overcame hardships, obstacles, and adversity. We all have hard times in our lives, and sometimes understanding how others have dealt with their own situations can help us in our own journey.
One of my favorite features of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books are the faith inspired stories. Tough Times, Tough People has 10 bonus stories about using one’s faith to pull through life’s challenges- no matter what they are. Inspiration and hope in tough times to make us stronger and wiser.
Thanks to Chicken Soup for the Soul, I was sent this latest edition (June 2009), to read. The best part? They are also giving two of my readers a copy, too! So, if you are ready for a good read, some inspiring stories, and motivation to persevere through challenges, you now have a chance to win a copy!
Want to WIN one? Here’s how:
1) Leave me a comment telling me the last book you read OR your favorite book to read.
2) Subscribe to Saving Cents with Sense in a Reader or Email to stay up-to-date on all the deals, store savings, and money saving tips. Once you confirm your subscription, come back here and leave me a comment. If you are already a subscriber, just leave me a comment!
3) Promote this giveaway and/or Saving Cents with Sense! Blog about it, Tweet (and follow me on Twitter), post it in a forum, email your friends, share on Facebook, etc. Just come back here and leave me a comment letting me know what you did (for each one).
Please make sure you leave a comment for each entry! This giveaway begins Sunday, July 19, 2009 and will end Sunday August 2, 2009 at 11:59 PM MST. The winner will be chosen using random.org. (Giveaway open to US residents only).
Good luck!
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Melissa, a mom of 2 boys in Arizona, understands the importance of watching a family budget. After leaving the business world, she dedicated herself to working at home and pursued her passion of helping people.
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I just read a Harlequin last night. Before that, I read Eat, Pray, Love.
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I love to read the Chicken Soup for the Soul books I have several. The last book I read was “I Can Do It” by Louise Hay.
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I just finished Freefall by Kristen Heitzmann. It’s set in Hawaii…loved that!
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The last book that I read was The Omnivore’s Dilemma.
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The last book I read was 12 Simple Secrets Real Moms Know. It was a great parenting book!
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One of my stories was going to be in this book but they ended up putting my story in a Chicken Soup book which is coming on in Dec.
The last book I read was Marriage and the Family. It was a required textbook for a sociology class I just finished.
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I am reading another Chicken Soup book right now! Of college stories.
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I just finished reading “My Sisters Keeper.” Wonderful! I am currently reading “The Irresistible Revolution” bu Shane Claiborne. I follow you on Facebook and Google and reccomend your site to everyone! I’ve learned so much from it!
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The last book I read was “The Shack”. Honestly, I found it to be rather creepy, and I don’t know that I would recommend it.
Just finished “Obama’s Blackberry.” It was mildly amusing; I’ve read much better and I’ve read much worse!
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I just read Rattled! Great book!
I am currently reading The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, it is a fabulous book!
Just finished reading “Cry Silent Tears” True story written by a man that was abused as a child. Sad hat adults can do such horrible things to children! I follow you on Twitter
I am reading Scratch Beginnings, about an experiment to see if someone could start with $25 in a strange city and achieve the American dream. Very good.
I just finished two of Catherine Palmer’s books, Praire Rose and Prairie Fire. I loved both of them. I will be getting the third book in the series to read as soon as possible.
The last book I read was “Put Your Dream To The Test” by John C. Maxwell. Now I’m reading “Blue Like Jazz”.
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I’m currently reading Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer to my husband, and reading Too Late to Say Goodbye by Ann Rule as well. I’ve never read any Chicken Soup for the Soul books, but would love to try one. Thanks
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The last book I read was The Americanization of Benjamin Franklin – a good look at how Franklin’s thoughts on establishing the new nation were turned from being a loyalist to the crown to freeing America’s ties with Great Britain.
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The last book I read was titled “The Female Brain”. I can’t recall the author but it was a very interesting and insightful look into how the female brain works and the differences in the female versus male brain.
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I am currently reading The Mood Cure by Julia Ross. It has been a wonderful resource!! Not following it closely. But, even just adding some of the supplements to my daily routine have made a HUGE difference!
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I just finished two books- first being Plum Spooky, then the library called and Finger Lickin’ Fifteen came in- both by Janet Evanovich. I love her books because they are the only ones that make me really laugh out loud!
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I just got finished reading Breaking Dawn by Stephanie Meyer from the Twilight series. I totally loved the whole series.
I have been reading the Left Behind Series both adults and the kids and just finish the last book for the Babylon Rising Series. Both series are awesome.
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My most read book is Healthy Sleep Habits Happy Child, due to having two babies under age three! This sounds like an inspirational book and a nice change of pace for me.
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my favorite book to read is A Child Called It. I would love to win this!
The last book I read was Grace and Gifted on Psalm 31 by Kimberly Hahn. Thanks!
Following you on Twitter. Chicken Soup for the Soul is always a great read whatever the topic. Would like to add this to my collection.
The last book I am reading is Harry Potter 6…gotta refresh my memory before seeing the movie!
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The last book I read was The Miracle of Forgiveness – church book.
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The last book I read was Sabrina by Lori Wick. My all time favorite book is probably Sophie’s Heart by Lori Wick.
I’ve posted about this on Winning Readings:
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The last great book I read was Candle in the Darkness by Lynn Austin. Awesome.
Im almost done with From Panic to Power, by Lucinda Bassett. I suffer from severe Anxiety Disorder and was hospitalized last year for 3 months for it. This book has helped immensely. I would like to see what warm thoughts and words Chicken Soup has to offer.
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I love the Chicken Soup for the Soul’s, They have a way of keeping you riveted.
I love Chicken Soup for the soul books! I did not even know this one was out so I was excited that I found your post. The last book I read was No Fear, Praying the promises of protection.
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